1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Because 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Cordoba | Quest |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3160 mm |
